Adriana’s career spans both hotel sales and conference planning positions as Regional Director of Sales for Choice Hotels and Association Management, Inc. Her 30 years of experience in hotel sales and outstanding reputation as a leader in the association community, brings a new dimension to our Washington, DC operations. (more…)

Continuing to expand its sales force, Teneo has appointed veteran industry sales executive, Bob Korin, as Director of Sales, joining the Northeast team. Bob brings invaluable experience in a range of markets and a stellar reputation in the hotel and conference industries. (more…)

Teneo Hospitality Group welcomes Meghan Kelleher as Director of Sales Northeast. Her exceptional track record, in-depth knowledge of the New England market and extensive relationships in the region will be a tremendous asset to Teneo and to our members. (more…)

New hotel construction in major markets and second tier cities is signaling the growing strength of independent hotels and smaller entrepreneurial brands. The new properties span urban hotels, resorts, historic restorations, and anchors of major redevelopment programs, emerging business districts and dynamic new sports and entertainment complexes. (more…)

For off-site executive meetings, destination and venue selection is as strategic as the agenda.

Location will drive the whole event experience. All memories are tied to a location. The first thing you ask about a defining event is, ‘Where were you when…?’ Location creates a sense of community and memories. For executive meetings, as for real estate, location is everything. (more…)

With Scope, Variety and Global Opportunities The Hospitality Industry Beckons Graduates with Careers

The diplomas are framed, the caps and gowns returned, and the gift of a tablet or good watch is a reminder that time is not standing still for the recent college grad. While many graduates have found jobs, many more are still searching and not always finding industries that are a good fit for their skills and interests. That first job search can be especially stressful and daunting and the competition for choice positions is fierce. (more…)

A Beaux Arts mansion where John Jacob Astor and F. Scott Fitzgerald once wined and dined. The Residence of Presidents including Lincoln, Grant, and JFK. A Pacific palace where royalty rested and film stars frolicked on the beach. Lavish symbols of Old Florida when the Twenties roared and the Jazz Age played. (more…)

In a world of visual overload, hyper technology and a “been there done that” attitude, meeting and event planners are pressured to find evermore exciting, unique and memorable events that will keep participants enthused and motivated. The old Hollywood adage, “You’re only as good as your last picture,” describes the situation well. (more…)

Environmental sustainability, encouraging good health, personalization and experiential learning are major areas of focus in the meeting industry. It should come as no surprise, then, that these areas impart a strong influence over 2017’s food and beverage trends. Here’s a look at what industry experts believe are ways to create memorable and high-quality experiences for today’s event attendees. (more…)

Julie Stovroff brings 31 years of global sales and representation experience within the key insurance and financial services markets to her new position with Teneo Hospitality Group. She was previously Vice President, Group Sales Insurance and Financial Services for Preferred Hotels & Resorts where she earlier served as Director of Sales for the same market. (more…)